Clerks and Assistants Jobs in New Jersey

A Clerk or an Assistant in the accounting industry performs various administrative and financial tasks to support accountants and finance managers. They often manage data entry, prepare and maintain accounting documents, verify the accuracy of invoices and other financial documents, assist in the preparation of financial reports, and reconcile bank statements. They may also provide customer service, assisting clients with their accounting inquiries. Clerks and Assistants in this industry should have strong numerical skills, attention to detail, proficiency in accounting software, an understanding of financial regulations, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Prior to becoming a Clerk or an Assistant in the accounting industry, individuals might have roles as an Administrative Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Data Entry Clerk, where they gain experience in office administration, data management, and basic accounting procedures. Essential certifications for this role could include a certification in Bookkeeping or Accounting from a recognized professional body, such as the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers (AIPB) or the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB). Some companies may also require knowledge of specific accounting software, therefore certification in programs like QuickBooks or Excel could be beneficial.

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Accounting Clerk

  • Avenel, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Avenel, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

ABOUT ATRIUM: What you do matters. Guided by our Applicant-Centric approach, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your...

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Accounting Clerk #26-12531

  • TAIT Towers
  • Hancocks Bridge, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Hancocks Bridge, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

US Tech Solutions Keyword Location Search view all jobs Accounting Clerk #26-12531 Hancocks Bridge, NJ Posted yesterday Apply Now $30.00-$37.25 per hour Hancocks Bridge, NJ Contract Duration: 6...

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Professional - Accounting Clerk

  • Crossfire Consulting
  • Hancocks Bridge, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Hancocks Bridge, NJ
  • 2 days ago

The Accounts Payable Technician/Clerk is responsible for accurately and efficiently processing vendor invoices, ensuring timely payment of obligations, maintaining proper documentation, and...

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Accounting Assistant

  • 1Britcom
  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Keller is looking for an entry-level Accounting Assistant based out of our Rockaway, NJ location....

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Accounting Specialist

  • PrideStaff Financial
  • Dover, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Dover, NJ
  • 6 days ago

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST Location: Dover, NJ Schedule: Monday-Friday | Temp-to-Hire Pay Rate: $24.00/hour A growing company in the Rockaway, NJ area is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Specialist...

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Junior Accountant

  • MJH Life Sciences
  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ
  • 6 days ago

What You'll Do Support the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals. Prepare bank reconciliations and investigate variances....

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Part-Time Student Accounts Specialist (25hrs/wk)

  • Ocean County College
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 6 days ago

The Student Accounts Specialist performs cashiering and bookkeeping duties of a detailed, complex nature. All decisions shall be in accordance with departmental guidance, college policy and...

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PCSS Student Accounting Assistant 2026 - 2027

  • Seton Hall University
  • South Orange, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • South Orange, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Accounting Assistant provide administrative support to Graduate Assistants and/or Supervisors in the PC Support Services department by performing various tasks such as data entry, handling printing...

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Accounting Specialist

  • 3A HOMECARE AGENCY
  • Bound Brook, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Bound Brook, NJ
  • 7 days ago

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of 3A Homecare Agency and its subsidiary, with a primary focus on billing, payroll processing, and...

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Junior Accountant

  • Grand SK Corp
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Job Order Number: DF0774945 Job Title: Junior Accountant Company: Grand SK Corp Location: East Rutherford, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided...

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Administrative Clerk (Billing)

  • TEKsystems
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Egg Harbor Township, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Sort incoming mail/invoices in preparation for coding and file in Pending Invoices folder. Match contracted prices and PO's to invoices. Support and back up Administrative Assistant in inputting...

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Permanent Non-Clinical - Finance/Accounting Collections Representative

  • Aya Healthcare
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for a Permanent Non-Clinical - Finance/Accounting Collections Representative job in New Brunswick, New Jersey paying $18.00 to $27.00 per hour. This is a...

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Credit & Collections Specialist

  • Select Staffing
  • Franklin, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ
  • 12 days ago

RemX is hiring a Credit & Collections Specialist to manage high-volume corporate accounts, focusing on credit reviews, collections, and account resolution. Location: 100% onsite Somerset, NJ Type:...

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Accounting Clerk

  • Spectrum Staffing Services
  • Mendham, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Mendham, NJ
  • 12 days ago

SUMMARY A growing professional services organization is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to support daily account management and administrative operations. This position...

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Benefits and Compliance Specialist (33967)

  • Boswell Engineering
  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ
  • 12 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: East Brunswick, NJ 08816Salary Range: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Human ResourcesLocation: East Brunswick, NJ Department: Human Resources About...

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Demographic Data for New Jersey

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Salary for Clerks and Assistants Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Clerks and Assistantss in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.4%
Master's Degree
17.8%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
11.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.3%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Clerks and Assistantss in New Jersey
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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